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May 3, 2016
RE: America In Bloom, Council Agenda Item #13
Information Submitted by Bob Lund
Arroyo Grande in Bloom (AGIB) Contact Information
P.O. Box 231
Arroyo Grande, CA 93421
(805) 710-4049
Email: info(iDarroyoprandeinbl+oom.org
Website: http://www.arroyograndeinbloom.orgiindex.shtml
Facebook: htMs://www.facebook.com/groos/aginbloom/
Direct contact:
Bob Lund (805) 710-4049❑bob@lunds ift.eom
Historical Background
MAY U 3 2016
CLERK
AGIB is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to the beautification of Arroyo Grande.
The organization was founded in 2006 after a Central Coast Green House Growers Association
event. This event inspired AGIB to gather community, City official and monetary support for the
eventual founding of Arroyo Grande in Bloom.
The organization plants flowers and trees, performs litter and brush removal, maintains the
City's natural resources and much more. AGIB projects are tailored towards all ages, abilities
and talents and the organization encourages all members of the community to get involved. As
part of the foundation of the organization AGIB vows to maintain any project that they initiate.
Vision Statement
Arroyo Grande in Bloom envisions the City of Arroyo Grande as having a pedestrian
friendly environment for its residents and visitors where horticulture, heritage, art and a
clean environment will promote a tangible sense of pride and an enduring community
spirit.
Mission Statement
The mission of Arroyo Grande in Bloom is to promote volunteerism in the community to
enhance the beautification and cleanliness of the City and to develop and maintain
supporting relationships with businesses, civic organizations, municipal government and
residents.
Administration
AGIB is comprised of individual residents, city employees, business organizations and civic
groups. The following individuals are program coordinators of specific community efforts.
Laurie Waller - floral displays; Mary Hertel - landscaping; Kristen Barneich - urban forestry;
Judy and David Hirsch - tidiness; Mary Giambalvo - environmental concern; Jan Scott -
heritage; and Bob Lund - overall impression.
America in Bloom Awards to Arroyo Grande
2007 — 3 Blooms — Community Involvement — Diane Clasen. Jim Corfield
Rockford, Illinois
2008 — 3 Blooms — Community Involvement — Bruce Riggs, Patrick Bones
Columbus, Ohio
2009 — 4 Blooms — Community_ Heritage Preservation — Diana Weiner, Bill Hahn
Tidiness Criteria Award
Hershey, Pennsylvania
2010 — 4 Blooms — Community Tidiness —Jack Clasen. Mark Miller
Population Category Award
Community Involvement Criteria Award
John R. Holmes III Community Champion Award to Bob Lund
You Tube Award
St. Louis, Missouri
2011— 4 Blooms — Heritage Preservation — Marlborough Packard, Sue Amatangelo
Population Category Award
Heritage Preservation Criteria Award
Washington DC
2011 International —.5 Blooms — Community & Heritage — Bill Hahn, Stephen King
Quebec, Canada
2012 — 5 Blooms — Floral Displays — Evelyn Alemanni, Barbara Vincentsen
Population Category Award
Circle of Champions Award
Fayetteville, Arkansas
2013- 5 Blooms — Overall Impression Award — Melanie Menacham Riggs, Katy Moss Warner
The Best Historic Restoration Project Award
Orlando, Florida
2014 - 5 Blooms — Community Involvement — James Sutton, Karin Rindall
Outstanding Achievement Award — Landscaped Areas
Best Water Management Award
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
2015- 5 Blooms — Heritage Preservation = Bill Hahn Ed Hooker
Public Art that Celebrates the Heritage of the Community special award
John R. Holmes III community Champion Award to Mary Hertel
Holland, Michigan